Premium Green &

Jasmine Teas (Lü Cha)

What it is: Pure, unoxidized tea leaves crafted to preserve their natural, vibrant spring freshness.
Taste Profile: Crisp, delicate, and refreshing. Expect notes of sweet grass, toasted chestnut, or bright florals (in our Snow Jasmine).
TCM Function: A "Cooling" tea used to clear internal heat, refresh the mind, and provide clean, jitter-free focus.
The Golden Rule: Never use boiling water! Green tea is delicate. Brew at 80°C (175°F) for a sweet, smooth cup with zero bitterness.

The Essence of Spring

Unoxidized Purity

Green tea (Lü Cha) is the oldest and most consumed style of tea in China. Unlike Black or Dark teas, Green tea is completely unoxidized. Immediately after the leaves are plucked, they are pan-fired or steamed to halt the oxidation process. This crucial step locks in the brilliant green color, the high concentration of antioxidants, and the vibrant, spring-like flavor profile.

Whether you are enjoying a classic pure green tea or our signature Snow Jasmine—where green tea leaves are traditionally naturally scented with fresh, night-blooming jasmine blossoms—you are experiencing the tea leaf in its most pristine, unaltered state. Sourced from high-altitude heritage farms, our green teas are hand-packed at our Kanata tea house and shipped Canada-wide.

TCM & Wellness

Cooling and Clarifying

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Green Tea is highly regarded for its "Yin" or "Cooling" properties.

Clearing Heat: It is the ultimate beverage for hot summer days or for soothing the body after eating heavy, spicy, or fried foods.
Mental Clarity: Rich in L-theanine, green tea promotes a state of calm alertness. It is excellent for clearing the mind during long workdays or studying without causing a caffeine crash.
Digital Fatigue: TCM practitioners often recommend green tea to help combat the eye strain and subtle energetic drain caused by staring at computer screens.

Brewing Guide

The most common mistake when brewing green tea is using water that is too hot, which scorches the delicate leaves and extracts bitter tannins.

Water Temperature: Always use cooler water, around 80°C (175°F). If you do not have a temperature-control kettle, simply bring water to a boil and let it sit with the lid off for 5 to 8 minutes before pouring.
Glass or Porcelain: Green tea is beautiful to watch. We highly recommend brewing in a glass vessel or a classic porcelain Gaiwan so you can watch the leaves dance and unfurl.
Steep Time: Steep for just 1 to 2 minutes for the first infusion. High-quality Chinese green teas can easily be re-steeped 3 to 4 times, with the flavor softening into a lingering sweetness.